Just a few more days left in office for Governor John Bel Edwards and last night he gave his last speech as governor….
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Edwards says Louisiana is better off now than it was eight years ago as he pointed to a balanced budget, low unemployment and 94 billion dollars in capital investment by private businesses.

House Speaker and Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson and 60 House Republicans were at the Southern border yesterday calling on the Biden administration to do more to secure the Southern border and reduce the number of illegal crossings
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Rick Gallot has started his new job as president of the state’s largest university system. Teiko Foxx has more…
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The city of Thibodaux’s emergency preparedness director, Jacques Thibodaux, is leaving to be the state’s director of the Governor’s Office of Homeland and Security Emergency Preparedness in Jeff Landry’s administration. Thibodaux is a combat veteran who was the commander of the Louisiana National Guard’s 256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team.

Governor John Bel Edwards delivered his farewell address last night as he leaves office on Monday after eight eventful years. One of his biggest challenges was the COVID pandemic….
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Edwards delivered his farewell address in his hometown of Amite.

Governor-elect Jeff Landry has named Tyler Wall as his Secretary of the Department of Natural Resources. Wall is an oil and gas industry executive. Jacques Thibodaux, the director of emergency preparedness for the city of Thibodaux has been named GOHSEP director. Susana Schowen who works for the Louisiana Community and Technical College System has been named Louisiana Workforce Commission director.
Former Grambling State President Rick Gallot is on his first week on the job as President of the University of Louisiana System. Gallot says one his top goals is to recruit prospective students to the nine colleges that make up the U-L System…
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Gallot is a former state lawmaker and served seven plus years at Grambling, where he helped improve the school’s enrollment and finances.

Big battle in Congress over funding for Ukraine versus stronger immigration policies along the Southern border. House Speaker Mike Johnson and about 60 House Republicans visited the border in Texas and the Bossier Parish Republican told reporters its time for Senate Democrats and the President to impose new restrictions on asylum seekers…
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Senate Democrats have described the House Republican backed immigration legislation as cruel.

LSU football coach Brian Kelly fired defensive coordinator Matt House today along with three other assistant coaches. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says changes had to be made after a historically bad season for LSU on defense…

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He was the linebackers coach with the Kansas City Chiefs when they won the Super Bowl during the 2019 season. Defensive line coach Jimmy Lindsey, safeties coach Kerry Cooks, and cornerbacks coach Robert Steeples were also let go today.

After a visit to the U-S Mexico border today, House Speaker and Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson is urging President Biden and Senate Democrats to enforce immigration policies. Johnson believes the President should reinstitute a Trump-era policy of keeping migrants in Mexico until their U-S immigration court date….

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Rick Gallot, former President of Grambling State University President started the new year as the leader of the higher education system that contains nine school universities. Gallot says his first order of business is to recruit prospective students.

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Gallot was offered the job on October 25th but Governor Elect Jeff Landry expressed concerns with the board’s decision to hire Gallot. Later, Landry decided to move forward with the contract.

If you are without coverage, you have less than two weeks to beat the deadline to apply for health insurance through healthcare dot gov. If you’re not familiar with the Medicaid online process, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana healthcare economist Michael Bertaut (BURR-toe) suggests calling an agent to answer any questions and to help select the right plan for you.

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For more information visit healthcare.gov

Governor-Elect Jeff Landry has named the leaders for the Department of Natural Resources, Homeland Security, and Workforce Commission. Jeff Palermo has the details…

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Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise has officially endorsed former President Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential race. The House Majority leader says quote “American families and workers deserve a president who will stand up for them and their safety,”

House Speaker and Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson is urging President Biden and Senate Democrats to enforce policies along the U-S Mexico border. Johnson and House Republicans visited the Southern Border and he says the situation is bad…

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Johnson made the remarks today at a press conference in Eagle Pass, Texas.

A major shakeup within the LSU football coaching staff went down today as LSU Coach Brian Kelly fired defensive coordinator Matt House, along with three other assistant coaches. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne expects Kelly to act quickly in hiring their replacements…

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Defensive line coach Jimmy Lindsey, safeties coach Kerry Cooks, and cornerbacks coach Robert Steeples were also let go today.

After a poor season on defense, LSU football coach Brian Kelly has fired his defensive coordinator and three other assistants. Jeff Palermo has the story….

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In Lake Charles Police have issued an arrest warrant for manslaughter for Summer Buxton after the death of her two-year-old child Kenyan Jay Buxton in May. The child’s father 20-year-old Adrian Higgins was arrested in connection with the child’s death and also faces manslaughter charges now. The child was found in a Lake Charles hotel room unresponsive and illicit drugs were also in the room.

Open enrollment for Louisiana Medicaid health insurance ends January 15^th. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana healthcare economist Michael Bertaut says individuals with an income between 100 and 400 percent of the federal poverty level are eligible for tax credits that can lower their monthly premium for a Marketplace health insurance plan.

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To enroll, visit Health-Care-dot-gov.

Governor John Bel Edwards will give his farewell address this evening, and the two-term governor is expected to highlight his achievements in office. The 56^th governor will give his address from his hometown of Amite. This will be his final event as governor and governor-elect Jeff Landry will be sworn-in on Monday.

LSU’s defense was ranked among the worst in the country and today Coach Brian Kelly announced the firing of defensive coordinator Matt House and three other assistants on the defensive side of the football. House had a solid resume when he got the job at LSU two years ago, including a Super Bowl ring with the Chiefs. But Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says it didn’t work out for House at LSU…
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LSU ranked 105th in the nation in total defense.

Governor John Bel Edwards delivers a farewell address tonight from his hometown of Amite. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says Edwards came into office with a large budget deficit to fix, now the state enjoys annual surpluses….
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About 200-thousand people in Louisiana who were on Medicaid lost their health insurance coverage in 2023 as part of the nationwide Medicaid disenrollment process. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana healthcare economist Michael Bertaut (BURR-toe) says if you are without coverage, you have until January 15th to apply for health insurance through Health-Care-dot-gov…
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Bertaut says individuals with an income between 100 and 400-percent of the federal poverty level are eligible for tax credits that can lower your monthly premium.

Paychecks for Americans will be larger thanks to new IRS tax brackets that have been adjusted because of inflation. Shreveport CPA Hardy Foreman says unfortunately higher pay could push some into a higher tax bracket. Foreman says if you’re starting a small business keep your receipts for home office expenses, mileage and Wi-Fi
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Governor-Elect Jeff Landry has named the leaders for the Department of Natural Resources, Homeland Security, and Workforce Commission. Jeff Palermo has the details…

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And outgoing Governor John Bel Edwards will deliver his farewell address tonight. Reflecting on his two terms that included multiple natural disasters and the pandemic. He will make his remarks from his hometown of Amite at 6:30.

If you received a cost of living raise you could find yourself in a higher tax bracket when you file your 2024 taxes next year. Shreveport CPA Hardy Foreman says for example a married couple with a joint income of more than $94,300 their tax bracket jumps from 22 percent to 24 percent.

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Federal tax brackets have not been adjusted for inflation in more than four years.

Around 200-thousand people in Louisiana lost their Medicaid health insurance last year as part of the nationwide disenrollment process. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana healthcare economist Michael Bertaut (BURR-toe) suggests calling an agent to help find the right plan for your medical needs.

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A major shakeup within the LSU football coaching staff went down today as LSU Coach Brian Kelly fired defensive coordinator Matt House, along with three other assistant coaches. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne changes had to be made after a historically bad season for LSU on defense…

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Defensive line coach Jimmy Lindsey, safeties coach Kerry Cooks, and cornerbacks coach Robert Steeples were also let go today.

Louisiana’s 56^th governor John Bel Edwards will give his farewell address from his hometown of Amite tonight. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says this is Edwards’ last chance to remind voters of the state’s progress under his leadership…

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Open enrollment for Louisiana Medicaid health insurance ends January 15^th. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana healthcare economist Michael Bertaut says individuals with an income between 100 and 400 percent of the federal poverty level are eligible for tax credits that can lower their monthly premium for a Marketplace health insurance plan.

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To enroll, visit Health-Care-dot-gov.

If you received a cost of living raise you could find yourself in a higher tax bracket when you file your 2024 taxes. Shreveport CPA Hardy Foreman says even with a raise your expenses have gone up so you’re not necessarily bringing home more bacon…

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Governor John Bel Edwards will give his farewell remarks tonight and from his hometown of Amite. Brooke Thorington has more.

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After a 10-3 season, LSU head football Coach Brian Kelly has cleaned house of his defensive staff.  In a released statement, Coach Brian Kelly said he met with Matt House,  Kerry Cooks, Robert Steeples, and Jimmy Lindsey to inform them they would not return next season.

Mayor-President Elect of Lafayette Monique Boulet will be sworn in this afternoon at 3 pm. Boulet is the first female to serve in the position. She says her first call to action is to…

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Boulet who served as CEO of the Acadiana Planning Commission, says she’s also working to address the high rate of violent crime in Lafayette.

Ochsner Signature Eat Fit king cakes return just in time for Mardi Gras season. Eat Fit NOLA Dietician Emma Poling says it’s a smarter choice over the traditional king cake.

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Poling says their king cakes are for those who want to indulge in carnival season confections while keeping their New Year’s resolution.

Governor John Bel Edwards will give his farewell remarks tonight from his hometown of Amite. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says Edwards will highlight his achievements which he believes is a smart move politically if the Democrat wants to run again in 2027.

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The farewell address is scheduled for 6:30 this evening.

Louisiana’s float in the Rose Parade on New Year’s Day wins the award for best showmanship. The state has promoted tourism with floats in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and the Rose Parade for the last three years and Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says always they see a bump in visits to their website.

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If one of your resolutions is eating healthy, guess what this carnival season you can indulge in a zero-sugar, gluten-free twist of a beloved Mardi Gras tradition. Teiko Foxx has more…

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Louisiana is considered the state with the second most prevalence for mold, just behind Hawaii. A recent study shows the Bayou State per capita has the second most searched for damp-related issues. Mold can also cause health problems when it’s allowed to grow which includes allergic reactions and asthma.